Darley, Peter
Chalk Farm Railway Lands: a guided tour 1830 to 2030
- ISBN 13:
- 9781803819013
- author:
- Darley, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Grosvenor House Publishing Limited
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 228
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21.6 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Railroads,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Chalk Farm Railway Lands A Guided Tour 1830 to 2030 by Peter Darley explores the history of the railway, from its opening in 1837 to its decline in the 20th century. The book delves into the development of the railway, including the construction of the London and Birmingham Railway and the role of Robert Stephenson in its creation. It also examines the impact of the railway on the surrounding area, including the growth of industry and commerce, and the changing role of the horse in the railway's operations. The book charts the growth and decline of the railway over the 19th and 20th centuries, covering topics such as competition for trade, consolidation, and the effects of road transport on the industry. By examining the operations of a goods depot and the essential support role played by the horse, the book provides a unique insight into the history of the railway and its place in the development of the surrounding area. With its focus on the history of the Chalk Farm Railway Lands, this book offers a fascinating look at a significant period in the development of the UK's transportation network.